I'm really blown away by the number of people asking questions about the very information Aaron took the time to explain in this informative video regarding how much pump GPM you need to properly run various diameter surface cleaners. It's one thing to ask how much a 16" vs 20" might actually run different on a 4GPM pump, but for ppl to repeatedly ask questions like "Hey will my 3.5GPM pump work on a 24" surface cleaner?" Absolutely ridiculous. It's like they watched 10 seconds of the video and went right to the comments expecting help. Thanks Aaron, I really appreciate you making these types of videos and hope ppl will actually pay more attention to the content instead of asking dumb questions. You and several other wash guys here are amazing.
I have a 4 GPM 4000 PSI running a 24 inch ANT24. Straight out of the box like you say it ran a little slow so I changed the bar tips from 2.7 to 2.5 and she just flies now. The only thing I would suggest to someone trying this is make sure you have a water filter on your pressure line going into the surface cleaner to minimize nozzle blockage
Thanks so much for sharing I was thinking about getting a 24 inch for my 4.2 gpm 4200 psi pressure washer but people with 4 gpm machine keep complaining how 24 is not quick enough. I always have a feeling it was the nozzle that slow down their work. What degree nozzle are you using?
I just bought a new trailer, a 10 GPM machine , 36 inch surface cleaner and I am building a softwash system. I hope that after 1 year i can go full time like you man!
Great content again Aaron. Watching your videos inspired me to start my pressure washing business here in the UK I've just upgraded from the 15lpm machine I started business with to a 21lpm belt driven machine. Got my first job with it on Sunday and I can't wait to use it. Hopefully be even better with my 20" Whirlaway. Looking to drop down to an 18" for the ultimate cleaning power from my pump. Thanks for all the useful info and advice in the videos, keep it up!
@@SuperMbongoI bought a 20” Whirlaway which worked ok but had to be very slow with it and have a couple of passes. Works so much better with my 21lpm machine though
@@MattL1987 Thanks for the reply mate, I'm just starting out so the info is greatly appreciated. Would you say 18" would be the sweet spot or even 16"?
@@SuperMbongo 16" would be better for a 15lpm machine, but it depends what nozzles you run. The sweet spot for a 21lpm machine is an 18" SC in my opinion. Let me know what you go for buddy.
Thank you! Appreciate you brother! Edit: So, I messed up. I read that stats on my surface cleaner. It said 3-8gpm. I bought a 4gpm belt drive. Im gonna have to get a 18-19" for it instead of my, akehm, 24" LMAO Wish I would have known. Live and learn! Thank you again bro! I needed this!!
Kind regards from Puerto Rico ' I have a Simpson 4,400 × 4gm. I ask you which surface cleaner Cleans Better the 20" BE with Wheels or the BE that you have without Wheels? Which one Cleans Deeper? Thanks
You focused on the big units my man. You’re not covering the 2.5, 3.5 gpm. You also mentioned the psi does not matter but it actually does in order to attatch a unit that will work together.
Anything under $1000 retail is still hobby time. And since many of our jobs are over $1000 alone I don’t see the need to cover such a low barrier to entry unit. I may though since you brought it up.
What’s goody bro ,I’m in Columbia TN getting the Titan Diesel maintained and fluids changed while watching the videos showing that support your way broski 💪💪,c u at show
@Aaron's Lean & Mean Academy And fix to your big guy spraying you feet get you some of that plastic/rubber garden edging stuff and attach it to the back
Hi Aaron! Great video thanks! 🙂 What size of nozzle do you use on your 8GPM machine (example 25° and 040)? Would you switch nozzle size if you run a 20inch vs.28 inch? Thanks again for great content
This is true now what I've done was buy the 47 and 32 inch from northstar and I did a little modification to the 47inch. I changed out the tips for 1.5 gallons and extended the center bars with half inch longer ones and it's amazing in stock form my 8gpm unit was leaving strips between the 3 spray bars but now it's perfect and yes I recommend the mods if you buy this one or it's gonna be a waste of money without a larger gpm system. ATLANTA POWERWASH SOLUTIONS INC out front
Hi! Love your videos. Learn so much! I have a question about surface cleaners and nozzle size. Could i use a smaller surface cleaner like an 12/16" with a 8gpm? I would like to use a cleaner on a extension pole for roof cleaning (concrete roof tiles). What size of nozzles should i use? So the cleaner dont start to fly🙈 Thanks again mate for great video's😁
@@Moccalocca100 I literally was about to hit “Purchase” or whatever and I checked real fast. Now I’m Looking into 1100$+ Machines with Stronger engines
We don't measure in gallon but my question is I have Honda 3600psi pressure washer and surface cleaning 24 inch but it doesn't properly do the job ..why ? Thanks.
We need to know a lot more details about the 4 gallon. Do you know how well will it do with a 19 inch and 20 inch or 22 inch you didn’t talk about any of the details it was just an overview.
I have a 2600 psi pressure washer that I was given, I’m looking to buy a surface cleaner than I can use A for this one and B for a bigger one if I upgrade in the future. Problem is the one I want to purchase is 2800 recommended minimum. Is this that big of a deal?
I got a 4gpm machine, can I still used the 8gpm surface cleaner? Please need help on that one since I want to order it and I don't want to be disappointed. Thanks you in advance
Hey Aaron can you help me with my surface cleaner. I have a Simpson Water Blaster 4400psi 4gpm belt drive unit and my surface cleaner is a Simpson 20” when using it tends to lift off the ground could you tell me what size tips you recommended please? I don’t want to cause any damage to anything. Also I like all your videos keep them coming Thank You
I am a homeowner that is actually wanting to purchase a surface cleaner for the house. We have a long driveway with a large amount of cement to keep clean. Ordered the Stihl RB 800 which I believe is 4gpm at 4200PSI. What would be the best surface cleaner for those stats? Where do you find them? Any websites you recommend to purchase the best equipment? Thanks. Great video also.
GREAT VIDEO! i have a question. Will the classic 19" work with my setup I have a Honda GX200 motor (6.5HP) with a AR pump 3.5GPM 2500PSI. Should I reduce and get something smaller? thanks so much
Watching this video and I’m a little worried. I gotta say that this video was one of the more promising videos I’ve seen for my situation. My situation is.. I bought a 3.5 gpm machine for about 1k bucks at Home Depot because I’m impatient and the 4 gpm was out of stock. Anyway….On Amazon I bought a 22 inch surface cleaner. Keep in mind this was all before I learned the 4 inches to every gpm rule. Again sometimes I jump into things. A downfall of my agressive personality. My question is will it work or am I going to need to pick up a crappy little 16 inch dewalt until I can upgrade to either a 5.5 or the 8gpm machine?
@@leepyle1188 as you said you have a impaient attitude so im thinking this will just drive you crazy having to slow your roll. but it'll sure make you hussle some work to upgrade. im kinda the same way i want it to work at my speed, but im tight with money so i feel i have to do ton or research befor spending a dime. good luck to ya buddy
With 4GPM Simpson do you think I'd go faster with a 20" that covers more area than say a 16-18"? I'm leaning towards 20" as a lot of people say it works with 0 problems
Hey buddy what would you recommend for a horsepower engine to push a 4 gallon per minute pump? New guy starting out kind of want to be in the middle. Definitely like the 19 inch surface cleaner. Only have a seven horse with a three GPM at the moment not sure if it will run a 19
Is there a reason you don't use the whisper wash with the wheels? It seems like it would make it easier to move around. I haven't used one before but am considering buying one.
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I'm really blown away by the number of people asking questions about the very information Aaron took the time to explain in this informative video regarding how much pump GPM you need to properly run various diameter surface cleaners.
It's one thing to ask how much a 16" vs 20" might actually run different on a 4GPM pump, but for ppl to repeatedly ask questions like "Hey will my 3.5GPM pump work on a 24" surface cleaner?" Absolutely ridiculous. It's like they watched 10 seconds of the video and went right to the comments expecting help.
Thanks Aaron, I really appreciate you making these types of videos and hope ppl will actually pay more attention to the content instead of asking dumb questions. You and several other wash guys here are amazing.
Just bought a 36 inch whisper wash and the 10 gallon per minute cat pump is incredible! It’s like Niagara Falls on the driveway
I have a 4 GPM 4000 PSI running a 24 inch ANT24. Straight out of the box like you say it ran a little slow so I changed the bar tips from 2.7 to 2.5 and she just flies now. The only thing I would suggest to someone trying this is make sure you have a water filter on your pressure line going into the surface cleaner to minimize nozzle blockage
Thanks so much for sharing I was thinking about getting a 24 inch for my 4.2 gpm 4200 psi pressure washer but people with 4 gpm machine keep complaining how 24 is not quick enough. I always have a feeling it was the nozzle that slow down their work. What degree nozzle are you using?
I just bought a new trailer, a 10 GPM machine , 36 inch surface cleaner and I am building a softwash system. I hope that after 1 year i can go full time like you man!
You can.
Great content again Aaron. Watching your videos inspired me to start my pressure washing business here in the UK I've just upgraded from the 15lpm machine I started business with to a 21lpm belt driven machine. Got my first job with it on Sunday and I can't wait to use it. Hopefully be even better with my 20" Whirlaway. Looking to drop down to an 18" for the ultimate cleaning power from my pump. Thanks for all the useful info and advice in the videos, keep it up!
Bro! I don’t know the liter conversions but either way, rooting you on!
Hi mate, what size surface cleaner did you use with your 15lpm machine? cheers
@@SuperMbongoI bought a 20” Whirlaway which worked ok but had to be very slow with it and have a couple of passes. Works so much better with my 21lpm machine though
@@MattL1987 Thanks for the reply mate, I'm just starting out so the info is greatly appreciated. Would you say 18" would be the sweet spot or even 16"?
@@SuperMbongo 16" would be better for a 15lpm machine, but it depends what nozzles you run. The sweet spot for a 21lpm machine is an 18" SC in my opinion. Let me know what you go for buddy.
Im using 20 and 24 with 4,00 psi and 3.5 gallons work great
Thank you brother I was a little confused on how that worked! I’m starting my small business from California
I got the 16” Whisper Wash Ultra on my 4GPM and I like the setup a lot. Able to move uh bit quicker!
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Thank you! Appreciate you brother!
Edit:
So, I messed up. I read that stats on my surface cleaner. It said 3-8gpm. I bought a 4gpm belt drive. Im gonna have to get a 18-19" for it instead of my, akehm, 24"
LMAO Wish I would have known. Live and learn! Thank you again bro! I needed this!!
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Kind regards from Puerto Rico ' I have a Simpson 4,400 × 4gm. I ask you which surface cleaner Cleans Better the 20" BE with Wheels or the BE that you have without Wheels? Which one Cleans Deeper? Thanks
@@carlostoro4622 I dont have those surface cleaners... I like them with wheels, personally.
Im rocking a 19" on my 4GPM but once I get myself a 10GPM im gonna go MONODO dual bras all the way over 1 large bar
how well does your machine push the 19 inch with the 4gp ? im getting a 4200 4.0 gpm machine this week
@@spikedaffy perfect it don't float/lift off the ground it just hovers
You focused on the big units my man. You’re not covering the 2.5, 3.5 gpm. You also mentioned the psi does not matter but it actually does in order to attatch a unit that will work together.
Anything under $1000 retail is still hobby time. And since many of our jobs are over $1000 alone I don’t see the need to cover such a low barrier to entry unit. I may though since you brought it up.
What’s goody bro ,I’m in Columbia TN getting the Titan Diesel maintained and fluids changed while watching the videos showing that support your way broski 💪💪,c u at show
Thanks homie
That's funny, I'm in Columbia too.
@Aaron's Lean & Mean Academy And fix to your big guy spraying you feet get you some of that plastic/rubber garden edging stuff and attach it to the back
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4000 psi and 3.5 gpm can work with a 20 in surface cleaner?
Hi Aaron! Great video thanks! 🙂
What size of nozzle do you use on your 8GPM machine (example 25° and 040)? Would you switch nozzle size if you run a 20inch vs.28 inch? Thanks again for great content
Thanks bro. I ordered a 24 inch but i have a 2.5 gpm. Guess im gonns return it when i receive it and get a 12 inch
This is true now what I've done was buy the 47 and 32 inch from northstar and I did a little modification to the 47inch.
I changed out the tips for 1.5 gallons and extended the center bars with half inch longer ones and it's amazing in stock form my 8gpm unit was leaving strips between the 3 spray bars but now it's perfect and yes I recommend the mods if you buy this one or it's gonna be a waste of money without a larger gpm system. ATLANTA POWERWASH SOLUTIONS INC out front
Thanks for the info. I bought a small 2.3 gpm and bought a 20 " surface cleaner but I never realized you can change the tips.
I really needed this video thank you
Great info. HUGE thank you.
Great info! I love this man!
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Hi!
Love your videos. Learn so much!
I have a question about surface cleaners and nozzle size. Could i use a smaller surface cleaner like an 12/16" with a 8gpm? I would like to use a cleaner on a extension pole for roof cleaning (concrete roof tiles). What size of nozzles should i use? So the cleaner dont start to fly🙈 Thanks again mate for great video's😁
Thanks Man. I definitely almost Paid for a 24” Surface Cleaner with a 2.5 GPM Westinghouse 😁👀🤔. I’ll wait 😂
Lol same😂 but i already ordered it. Gonna return it
@@Moccalocca100 I literally was about to hit “Purchase” or whatever and I checked real fast. Now I’m Looking into 1100$+ Machines with Stronger engines
Yes. Digging it. So will a standard residential spicket feed a 8 GPM machine in full?
Nope
We don't measure in gallon but my question is I have Honda 3600psi pressure washer and surface cleaning 24 inch but it doesn't properly do the job ..why ?
Thanks.
Thank you for your advice
im planning on getting a 20" surface cleaner to start off with any advice?
whats better 3 jets at 25 degree 4000psi 4gpm or 2 jets at 15 degree 4000psi 4gpm? I prefer deep clean, does not have to be fast.
so maybe a 3.5gpm with an 18 in surface cleaner to get started?
What size is best you ask I will ask my sister-in-law tonight!!
You can siamese two 8gpm, or even two 10gpm machines without a tank... if you have a fire hydrant adapter.
Just don't get caught.
Thanks!!
Anyone have any advice on pricing window cleaning? I am using pure water-fed pole system
Could you use the yellow one on a 3100psi 2.5 pressure washing
Good to know for sure…
We need to know a lot more details about the 4 gallon. Do you know how well will it do with a 19 inch and 20 inch or 22 inch you didn’t talk about any of the details it was just an overview.
I’ll let you make that video.
I have a 2600 psi pressure washer that I was given, I’m looking to buy a surface cleaner than I can use A for this one and B for a bigger one if I upgrade in the future. Problem is the one I want to purchase is 2800 recommended minimum. Is this that big of a deal?
I got a 4gpm machine, can I still used the 8gpm surface cleaner? Please need help on that one since I want to order it and I don't want to be disappointed. Thanks you in advance
18 inch it's fast
So can I use like a 5.5 soft wash to push a surface cleaner
So I found killer deal on 3GPM 3000 PSI hotsey 16” is biggest I should run? 250hrs for 2800 on trailer with tank
Great info
Your theets its very nice and clean!i guess u did useing 8gpm 4000psi on your theeth? Just asking chris from manchester United kingdom.
For the 19 one do you have to use your own gallon or can you connect to house water ?
Hey Aaron can you help me with my surface cleaner. I have a Simpson Water Blaster 4400psi 4gpm belt drive unit and my surface cleaner is a Simpson 20” when using it tends to lift off the ground could you tell me what size tips you recommended please? I don’t want to cause any damage to anything. Also I like all your videos keep them coming Thank You
I have a similar set up and I use 2 3gpm 25 degree or sometimes I use a 4 gpm with 15 degree’s. Those work great for me.
i got a 20 inch running on 3.5gpm. What size tips should i use?
Thanks
I am a homeowner that is actually wanting to purchase a surface cleaner for the house. We have a long driveway with a large amount of cement to keep clean. Ordered the Stihl RB 800 which I believe is 4gpm at 4200PSI. What would be the best surface cleaner for those stats? Where do you find them? Any websites you recommend to purchase the best equipment? Thanks. Great video also.
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Yep’er 19 inch whisper!
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Whats max gpm from typical house bib? Looking to upgrade to two 4gpm machines.
5 gpm.
what do i need for a 3000psi 5gpm?
Do you not like to 28 inch big guy because you are running in 8 gallons per minute or do you use a 10 gallon per minute machine for your big guy?
I just don’t like it’s lack of maneuverability and it gets your feet super wet.
What name brand 8gpm would you recommend
I was going to purchase a Simpson 4400 psi 4gpm water blaster what would the best surface cleaner for that size? I've heard 4" for every gpm
Yep
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy so 16” it is? Also the whirl away is max 4000 psi would that extra 400 be that much of a difference?
What if you have a pressurized water tank with air to it.
A what?
I have a like 3800 psi 4gpm and a 24in surface cleaner. It's slow should I change the tips or just get a 20in . Thanks man.
I would downsize to 20 or 19 inch. 24 inches is really big for a 4gpm machine.
GREAT VIDEO! i have a question. Will the classic 19" work with my setup I have a Honda GX200 motor (6.5HP) with a AR pump 3.5GPM 2500PSI. Should I reduce and get something smaller? thanks so much
It might but it’ll prob be slow.
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy appreciate it
Does PSI matter when using a surface cleaner? I don’t want to damage any surfaces using too much psi. (I have a 4gpm)
Hell yea. You’ll etch the hell outta concrete if you’re not careful
Do i need to be a jurneyman to do softwash in california?
Bro commie California I wouldn’t be surprised, but idk Cali law.
So what size machine are you using with the 28”?
8
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy I’ve been told that 8’s aren’t big enough for 28”-30” the passes are too slow
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy was figuring on a 24”
Your opinion?
@@davidintili6647 an 8 will push any single bar out there. Don’t overthink it.
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy it’s not a matter of pushing it. I’m talking about how slow you must go or not.
Watching this video and I’m a little worried. I gotta say that this video was one of the more promising videos I’ve seen for my situation. My situation is.. I bought a 3.5 gpm machine for about 1k bucks at Home Depot because I’m impatient and the 4 gpm was out of stock. Anyway….On Amazon I bought a 22 inch surface cleaner. Keep in mind this was all before I learned the 4 inches to every gpm rule. Again sometimes I jump into things. A downfall of my agressive personality. My question is will it work or am I going to need to pick up a crappy little 16 inch dewalt until I can upgrade to either a 5.5 or the 8gpm machine?
Gonna be slow but it may work.
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy ok. Much appreciated. 🤞
@@leepyle1188 as you said you have a impaient attitude so im thinking this will just drive you crazy having to slow your roll. but it'll sure make you hussle some work to upgrade. im kinda the same way i want it to work at my speed, but im tight with money so i feel i have to do ton or research befor spending a dime. good luck to ya buddy
Hey bro you should definitely grab a stripping kit for a lawn mower or a mud flap cut it to fit and stop your feet from getting wet
Swear
I got a 3.5 gpm and a 18” surface cleaner
Is that good?
If it’s working
Is it working good for u, or do u have to go slower
If I siamese two of the harbor freight 4.2gpm machines, going thru ⅜" inch hose, what is the biggest diameter you would recommend? Thanks!
Hey brother would you get a 16” or 19” whisper wash surface for a 4gpm? I was told to go with 16”
19 is gonna be slower for that washer. But if you’re gonna upgrade to 5.5 or 8 could be good
4 gpm is perfect for 18 or 20"
How much fir the big guy?
With 4GPM Simpson do you think I'd go faster with a 20" that covers more area than say a 16-18"? I'm leaning towards 20" as a lot of people say it works with 0 problems
Any issues running a 20 inch SC on your 4 GPM pressure washer? I was thinking of getting a 16 inch SC for my 4 GPM pressure washer.
@@JesusPaidItAll No it's worked perfectly! No issues
@@TREBLEBOOSTER65 Thats good. I am probably going to get a BE SC. The Whisper Wash SC are nice, but expensive.
@@JesusPaidItAll That's what I have. Admittedly we've only done a couple of jobs, but it's been great so far
@@TREBLEBOOSTER65 The BE or WW?
Can I get a 20 inch for 3.5
Do yo I suggest a 24 inch for 8gpm??
You could, I run a 20 www.southeastsoftwash.com/product/20-inch-be-whirl-away-surface-cleaner/
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Hey buddy what would you recommend for a horsepower engine to push a 4 gallon per minute pump? New guy starting out kind of want to be in the middle. Definitely like the 19 inch surface cleaner. Only have a seven horse with a three GPM at the moment not sure if it will run a 19
it will but itll be slow.
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy thank you ! Ill save alittle more and get the proper setup
4 inches for every gpm. Give or take a inch
GPM x 4 is the best ratio
Is there a reason you don't use the whisper wash with the wheels? It seems like it would make it easier to move around. I haven't used one before but am considering buying one.
Got flow = it floats
Do you think a 3.5gpm can push a 20” whisper wash?
Barely
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy would a 16/18 work better. I’m getting tired of my dewalt special
@@Chevygang23LT yea that 3.5 is not pushing enough water. I’d upgrade to a 5.5 then get you a new surface cleaner
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy can I upgrade just my pump to a 5.5? I have been thinking of that
🌴 casters or no casters that is the question 🌴
Not for meeeee
You tha man🤙
bless thank you
You skipped 5.5
5.5 should be suited 20~22 inch
What about 1.2gpm?
Wand
@@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy ? So no surface cleaner will cut it with such consumer level pressure washers?
@@bradojacko8247 I don’t think you can power a surface cleaner with that rig
Can I run a 20inch on a 3.5 gpm ? Or would I be better with a 16inch ?
16 or 12in
I got 4 gpm with a 14 inch cleaner feel like I shot low
Yeah u could run the 18inch dewalt with that,I do with a 3.5 gpm
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Why couldn't you just have made this video a few seconds by saying 4 to 5 inches for every GPM for good results.
I could have.